I need to wet my hands when something is too soft. normal?

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When I touch something made of extra-soft microfiber, I cringe, my hands suddenly feel really dry and I feel the need to wet them. Only if it touches my palms though.

I also get this urge if I drink from a cold water fountain, bite into something cold, or even touch towels that are dry and fluffy. Is this normal?

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Based on 108 votes (45 yes)
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  • candle8
    12 years ago

    I have exactly the oposite condition, but I know what you mean. I need to wet my hands after touching carpets or other stuff that are rough.

    Google "Textophobia" ...it's the name of our problem :D

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    • Allistalla
      11 years ago

      I dotoo its irritating when things are too soft .

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  • enoughofnothing
    12 years ago

    Oh my god...i do the same thing when I touch paper/cardbox/newspaper or wood...i dont think its normal though...

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  • DameInDistress
    11 years ago

    If I touch sandpaper or other rough, grainy objects I cringe.

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  • Underwearx3
    11 years ago

    Lol, it happens to me when I touch newspaper

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  • pooooopie
    12 years ago

    Is this like when you touch something like cotton balls? If so i am the same exact way!!!!

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    • WeirdHands
      12 years ago

      Yeah, cotton balls do it too, sometimes.

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  • Chillpill
    12 years ago

    For the first part, I could imagine that those microfibres absorb the slight sweat from the palms and finger tips and therefore you'd feel the need to top up the natural moisture. For the second part - sorry haven't got a clue :)

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    • WeirdHands
      12 years ago

      I don't think that is the problem because it's an immediate reaction. Good thought, though!

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  • Tehboss
    12 years ago

    yes it's normal and i do cringe when i touch soft and specially velvety surfaces

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